The negotiation traps

TEHRAN - Hamshahri analyzed Donald Trump’s latest remarks. It wrote: In his recent statement, Trump declared: “I was very much in charge of” Israel’s attack on Iran.

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An active and trust-based approach to diplomacy

TEHRAN - In an interview with Ali Bigdeli, a senior analyst on European affairs, Shargh examined the diplomatic freeze between Iran and Europe.

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“Diplomatic consensus”: A pragmatic path through crises

TEHRAN - Arman-e-Emrooz, in a note, explores the role of consensus in diplomatic relations.

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Why are multiple mediators active simultaneously?

TEHRAN - Sobh-e-No analyzed the simultaneous activation of regional mediators to broker dialogue between Iran and the U.S. again.

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A sanctions-proof port

TEHRAN - The Iran newspaper highlighted the strategic importance of Chabahar Port for India.

Return to Muscat

TEHRAN- In a note, Shargh covered the visit of Majid Takht-Ravanchi, Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs, to Oman and the diplomatic consultations between the two countries. It wrote: From a strategic perspective, this visit reflects the exceptional relationship between Iran and Oman, a relationship built not on noise and rivalry, but on trust and mutual respect. Over the years, Oman has consistently played the role of a bridge between Iran and Western and Arab states.

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Iran at a crossroads: Reconciliation or continued confrontation

TEHRAN - Shargh analyzed Iran’s dual position in foreign policy, quoting Dr. Anahita Motazed Rad.

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Chabahar is a test of Delhi’s diplomacy

TEHRAN - In a recent article, Arman-e-Melli highlighted the strategic importance of Chabahar Port for India. As Iran’s only oceanic port on the shores of the Sea of Oman, Chabahar holds a uniquely strategic position.

No difference between Oman and Egypt on mediation

TEHRAN - In an interview with Shargh newspaper, Abdolamir Nabavi, a professor of Egyptian studies, examined Cairo’s motivations for mediation on the Iran nuclear issue.

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Leverage of pressure and reality of distrust

TEHRAN - In a note, Shargh analyzes a change of mediators in the stalled nuclear talks between Iran and the U.S.

Iran: A link of the new East and a test of global resolve

TEHRAN - In a recent analysis, Shargh underscores the strategic significance of Iran’s position within emerging global blocs, namely BRICS and the Shanghai Cooperation Organization.

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Iranian missiles send message of peace through strength

TEHRAN - In a recent commentary, Kayhan explored Iran’s national power and deterrence strategy, arguing that diplomacy must transcend mere dialogue and political exchange.

Slim prospects for a breakthrough in Iran–Europe relations

TEHRAN - In an interview with Ham Mihan, European affairs expert Morteza Makki assesses the outlook for Iran’s engagement with the European troika as not promising.

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A Strong economy is key to navigating sanctions

TEHRAN - In a recent article, Etemad addressed the ongoing sanctions against Iran and the challenges of overcoming them.

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The importance of China and Russia’s confrontation with the West

TEHRAN - Sobh-e-No examined the significance of China and Russia’s stance against the West, noting that both countries are fully aware of the political and economic costs of supporting Iran.

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Why is a US return to Bagram worrisome for Iran?

TEHRAN - In an analysis, Shargh examined President Donald Trump’s decision to regain control of Bagram Air Base in Afghanistan after the U.S. exit from Afghanistan in August 2021.

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Decoding Larijani's two important missions in Moscow

TEHRAN - Arman-e-Emrooz analyzed Ali Larijani’s meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow, saying it marked a pivotal diplomatic engagement.

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Positive effects of FATF

TEHRAN - In an analysis, Etemad discussed the benefits of getting out of the FATF blacklist and said: Iran is joining the FATF by approving the two pending conventions that can have positive effects: first, rebuild Iran's banking credibility globally; second, reduce the cost of foreign exchange transactions and facilitate access to international payment systems; and third, Strengthen the country's standing in global risk assessments.

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IAEA is on a political path

TEHRAN - Shargh examined the developments related to Iran’s nuclear engagement until the next meeting of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Board of Governors.

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Signs of a new change in Middle East

TEHRAN - Shargh devoted its headline to Trump's statements at the Sharm el-Sheikh summit and wrote: Trump said in his statements that he would like to lift sanctions on Iran when Tehran is ready to talk.

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Troika’s diplomatic isolation in the nuclear issue

TEHRAN - In a note, Shargh said the European troika of Britain, France and Germany have been sidelined in regard to the Iran nuclear issue because they have turned from mediator into “pressure partner” by invoking the snapback mechanism that returned UN Security Council sanctions against Iran.

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Europe in a strategic dilemma, Iran in a position of initiative

TEHRAN - Sobh-e-No examined a joint statement by three European countries of Britain, France and Germany calling for the resumption of the stalled nuclear negotiations with Iran and the United States more than a month after the trio triggered a mechanism reinstating the United Nations sanctions on Iran for the first time in a decade.

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Trump's Gaza plan and Iran’s strategy

TEHRAN - Shargh devoted its editorial to Trump's 20-point plan for Gaza and the strategy of the Islamic Republic toward it.

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America's failure to shape the new Middle East order

TEHRAN- In a note, Sobh-e-No dealt with America's failure to shape the new Middle East order.

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‘Judicial overreach’ and ‘economic terrorism’

TEHRAN - Shargh, in an editorial, addressed the U.S. sanctions imposed on 29 entities linked to Iran across different countries, writing: On Thursday, the United States government announced that it had added 29 entities (including 26 companies) to the U.S. Department of Commerce’s restricted list.

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China and Russia’s opposition to snapback is a move against the West, not support for Iran

TEHRAN - Writing an analysis in the Hamshahri newspaper, international affairs analyst Mehdi Khorsand believes China and Russia oppose the return of UN sanctions against Iran not because they fear losing the Iranian market but because they fear they may be the next target: Khorsand writes: Unfortunately, both before and after the JCPOA, Iran has failed to capitalize on the potential of international agreements with various countries and blocs.

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The West’s violations of commitments hit record high

TEHRAN - In an article, Jam-e-Jam addressed the West's endless breaches of commitments, including the nuclear inspection agreement signed between Iran and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) in Cairo, Egypt, on September 10.

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The complex puzzle of Iran's exit from the FATF black list

TEHRAN - In an analysis, Shargh discussed how Iran would exit the FATF black list.

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Turkey's ties with Iran after snapback activation

TEHRAN - In an interview with Ali Heydari, an expert on Turkish affairs, Farhikhtegan discussed Ankara’s compliance with the sanctions against Iran.

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Enemy error is synonymous with deadlier response

TEHRAN - In an analysis, Siasat-e-Rooz addressed the IRGC’s statement on the anniversary of Operation True Promise II and wrote: True Promise II was not only a severe punishment to the enemy’s aggression and crimes in the silence of the world’s indifferent assemblies, but also a clear message to the world and the evil Zionist regime that the era of costless threats has ended and any aggression will result in a regrettable response.